AANextra AN OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE AMERICAN ACADEMY OF NEUROLOGY
Sunday, April 3, 2022
PRESIDENTIAL PLENARY SESSION RECOGNIZES NEUROLOGY GIANTS An impressive lineup will address attendees for the premier lectures at this morning’s Presidential Plenary Session from 9:15 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Hall 4A. The hugely popular session will be moderated by Science Committee Chair Natalia S. Rost, MD, MPH, FAAN, FAHA, and open to all meeting attendees. Neuroscience Research Prize recipients will also be recognized during the session.
Presidential Lecture
Post-COVID Challenges to Scientific Research
“The Presidential Plenary is the ultimate platform for recognizing some of the biggest names and greatest accomplishments in neurology,” said Rost. “This year’s Presidential Plenary will also shed light on the key issues of our times— the COVID-19 pandemic challenges to scientific research and health equity. This is one session you won’t want to miss!” What is your aha moment from the Presidential Plenary Session? Join the conversation at #AANAM.
Brenda Banwell, MD, FAAN Philadelphia, PA
Merit E. Cudkowicz, MD, MSc Boston, MA
Nina F. Schor, MD, PhD, FAAN Bethesda, MD
Opening Luncheon Kicks off Four Days of Exhibit Hall Happenings Head over to the Exhibit Hall on Level 4 today beginning at 11:30 a.m. for the always popular Opening Luncheon, sponsored by ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (booth 139), that kicks off four days of happenings you won’t want to miss! There will be enhancements to the regular lunch in the Exhibit Hall including hearty soup and root beer float bar. Continued on page 4 u
Autism and Genetics
Daniel H. Geschwind, MD, PhD Los Angeles, CA
Sidney Carter Award in Child Neurology
Vascular Pediatrics Catherine M. AmlieLefond, MD, FAAN Seattle, WA
Robert Wartenberg Lecture
Leaving No One Behind: Charting the Course to Cerebrovascular Health Equity Bruce I. Ovbiagele, MD, MSc, FAAN San Francisco, CA
Live Fireside Chat to Follow Presidential Plenary Session Head over to the Research Connections Learner Engagement Center in Hall 4C-4 from 12:15 p.m.–12:45 p.m. to engage with and ask questions of plenary moderators and presenters during the live, 30-minute fireside chat!
George C. Cotzias Lecture
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Medical Students Connect with the Pros for Valuable Insights
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Get Ready to Reunite at Tonight’s Great Neuro Reunion Party!
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APPs, Make the Most of Your Annual Meeting Experience!
